FORESTRY
GENERAL FORESTRY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which would NOT be a reason to use GM crops?
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Using GM crops can increase crop yields.
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Using GM crops can reduce use of insecticide sprays.
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Using GM crops may be able to feed more people faster.
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Using GM crops can increase pesticide resistance in pests.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Environmental concerns include : the risk of outcrossing, where genes from GMO foods pass into wild plants and other crops. a negative impact on insects and other species. reduction in other plant types, leading to a loss of biodiversity.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most of the GMO crops grown today were developed to help farmers prevent crop and food loss and control weeds. The three most common traits found in GMO crops are: Resistance to certain damaging insects. Tolerance of certain herbicides used to control weeds.
Detailed explanation-3: -So, the correct answer is ‘It results in decreased efficiency of mineral usage by plants. ‘
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